▷ What To Say On First Night Of Hanukkah?

The first night of Hanukkah marks the beginning of the Festival of Lights. It is a time of joy, a reminder of the miracle of the oil that burned for 8 days, a time to celebrate the small victories that bring us joy in our lives. But at the same time, it can also be a time of reflection as we are called to remember the importance of preserving our heritage and connecting with our roots. As we gather around the menorah to mark the first night of Hanukkah, there are many meaningful things to say to mark the beginning of this special holiday.

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1 Blessings and Prayers

Blessings and Prayers

The first night of Hanukkah is when we light the candles on the menorah and chant the appropriate blessings and prayers. The blessings generally go as follows: “Baruch atah Adonai Eloheinu melech ha-olam, asher kidshanu b’mitzvotav v’tzivanu lehadlik ner shel Hanukkah. Blessed are you, Lord our God, King of the Universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments and commanded us to kindle the Hanukkah lights.”

Reminiscing

The first night of Hanukkah is a time to recall and share memories of Hanukkah time past. Families can share stories they have heard from older relatives about what Hanukkah was like for them and the traditions they had. Families can also talk about the significance of the miracle to the Jewish people and how the Maccabees fought to protect and preserve the Jewish faith and culture.

Hope and Unity

The first night of Hanukkah is also a time for hope for the present and future. The Maccabees displayed incredible courage, strength, and belief in a greater cause than themselves and their families. As we light the menorah on the first night of Hanukkah, it is important to reflect on our responsibility to bring about greater unity and peace in our world.

Gift Giving and Charity

Finally, the first night of Hanukkah is also a time to partake in the joy of gift giving. For some families, they light the first candle and exchange gifts around the menorah, or offer one special gift to each family member. During the holiday season, it is also important to remember not to forget those who could use our help. Consider making a donation to charity is a meaningful way to share the joys of the holiday season with others.

The beginning of Hanukkah marks a special time in the year that renews our faith, helps us connect with our roots, strengthens our hope for a brighter future, and reminds us of our obligation to help those in need. As we start the first night of Hanukkah, let us take a moment to appreciate all the blessings, stories, courage and gift giving in the spirit of this holiday.

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